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Y149 BLJ

2001 Suzuki VL800

Black Petrol 805cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,870 mi
Last recorded8,870 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2009
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL80015,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY149 BLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine805cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2009 8,870 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front tyre slightly perished

front tyre unevenly worn

Fail 21 Oct 2009 8,863 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front tyre slightly perished

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 13 Sep 2008 7,399 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 7,343 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2006 7,192 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 6,499 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL800?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 1,166 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
596
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
1,166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 57
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
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Y149 BLJ is a 2001 Suzuki VL800 in Black with a 805cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 15,208 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y149 BLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL800 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki VL800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y149 BLJ registered?

Y149 BLJ is a 2001 Suzuki VL800, first registered on 23 July 2001.

Is Y149 BLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y149 BLJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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